Orange and almond slice
Zesty and beautifully textured, this slice is not for the faint-hearted as it contains a whole pulped orange, pith, zest and all! What I find most appealing about this slice recipe is that it is quick and easy to make and contains only wholefoods as ingredients. I often make it on a Sunday afternoon, cutting it up into squares for my four flatmates and me to enjoy at work over the coming week.
Sweeten this recipe with any dried fruit that appeals, be it sultanas, prunes, cranberries or peaches. Equally, if you prefer other nuts to almonds, swap them out too. Macadamias, pistachios or cashews would be great. Freshly ground cardamom seeds, instead of the cinnamon would be a delicious addition too. Have fun experimenting with this recipe, creating your own variations depending on your mood and what you have stocked in your pantry.
Ingredients
Makes 16 squares
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- 1 1/2 cups oats
- 1 cup almonds, roughly ground
- 1 cup apricots, roughly chopped
- 2/3 cup coconut
- 1 orange, processed whole
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup yoghurt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Method
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- 1. Preheat the oven to 180oC on Bake. Line a 20x20cm baking tin with baking paper.
- 2. Place all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix to combine.
- 3. Tip the mixture into the lined tin and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top turns golden.
- 4. Leave to cool in the tin for 15-20 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack. Once completely cool, cut into squares and store in an airtight container.
mmm…such simple ingredients combining to form what’s sure to be a burst of sunshine in the mouth! this is delightful for these dreary winter days.
These look simply delicious, and so easy to make! I love the combination of almonds with fruit, and I will definitely be trying this recipe out soon!
I try to make this ones last weekend but they felt apart when I try to cut the squares, have any idea of what could I’ve done wrong? any tips?
Hi Cristina,
I will have a think about this and get back to you. I might try it again this coming weekend so that I can get to the bottom of it for you.
Emma
Thanks
Hi Cristina,
Right – I finally found a moment to bake this over the weekend! I am wondering whether or not yours was crumbly because it wasn’t packed into the tin firmly enough…….I packed mine in firmly and it easily cut up into squares.
I hope this helps!
Have a lovely week.
Emma
Hey Emma!
I finally got a chance to bake this using fresh coconut from the coconut palms in my yard, as well as fresh pineapple. I made quite a few changes to your recipe, including adding a bit of lime zest (instead of the whole orange), as well as a bit of tapioca starch. They were excellent! So filling, hearty, nutritious and delicious. Thanks for sharing this wonderful versatile recipe.
xo Patty
Hi Patty,
Thanks for your lovely message. I have been away travelling for the last 3 months hence the VERY slow reply! Your version of this recipe sounds delicious. I will have to give it a try. I hope all is well with you.
Emma
beautiful slice.no oil butter or eggs. loved it ,will make again.love the recipe website will surly try more recipes
cheers
kamla
This is indeed a healthy recipe. Perfect for breakfast or guilt free snacking.